§ Mr. R. Gibsonasked the Minister of Labour (1) what was the total sum deducted from unemployment benefit in respect of holiday pay from unemployed persons in Greenock for the week ended 9th July, and the corresponding sum deducted from Unemployment Assistance Board allowances in Greenock for the same period; (2) how many unemployed workers in Greenock have had deductions made from standard benefit and unemployment assistance allowance, respectively, in respect of holiday pay credits; and whether he has any statement to make regarding the position in Greenock in the matter of such deductions?
§ Mr. E. BrownI regret that none of the figures asked for are available. As regards the second part of the question I would refer the hon. Member to my reply to him on 30th June last and to my replies to various questions on Thursday last relating to unemployment benefit and holiday payments.